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Samwise the Not-So Brave

@samwise347.bsky.social

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I hop on socials to look up and talk about comic books (X-Men!), video games (the Xeno series!), anime (Gundam!), Major League Baseball (Go Yankees!), college football (Go Dawgs!), The Muppets or whatever other topic(s) tickles my fancy!

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Samwise the Not-So Brave @samwise347.bsky.social · Feb 7

As my inaugural post, I figure I'll list out the stuff I like/talk about:
- X-Men
- The Xeno series (Xenogears, Xenosaga and Xenoblade)
- Gundam (mostly Universal Century)
- Virtua Fighter
- Donkey Kong
- Godzilla
- Major League Baseball
- College football
- Misc.

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ARA @ara2art.bsky.social · 1d

Hi #portfolioday ✨

I'm ARA, a self learned digital illustrator.
I post here the stuff I do for fun, but I really hope I can make my living by drawing someday!
Hope you see something you like!

Cropped version of fanart of Aigis from Persona 3.
She is standing and smiling in front of full moon covered with power lines.

Cropped version of fanart of Panty Anarchy from Panty and Stocking. She is sitting at the bar counter holding red martini, smiling cheekily.

Cropped version of fanart of Eunie from Xenoblade 3. She is making peace sing on her forehead.

My original character, vampire Maira. She is wearing black dress and drinking whiskey. Moon is shining from behind the curtains.

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Tressie McMillan Cottom @tressiemcphd.bsky.social · 6h

Halloween candy prices are about to lay people OUT.

Sara Mitchell @sbmitche.bsky.social · 12h

I was just discussing price increases in the US across a wide range of goods following T’s tariffs. Definitely feeling it at the grocery store.

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Virtua Kazama: #PlayMoreVF @virtuakazama.bsky.social · 4h

Use this code to buy Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.! And don't worry because if you get that game, you get a free update to World Stage!

Wario64 @wario64.bsky.social · 6h

SEGA sale on Fanatical (extra discount w/ code OMENVIP) buff.ly/lYWkd4a #ad

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Legacy of Kain Wiki Fandom @legacyofkainwiki.bsky.social · 4h

The Dead Shall Rise digital release has been confirmed for October 29th!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/bit...

Update 33: The Dead Shall Rise… October 29th! · Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver Prequel Graphic Novel

Hi Backers, We’ve got some great news: October 29th (specific time TBD) is the official release date for several digital rewards! Here’s what you can look forward to later this month: The Dead Shal...

www.kickstarter.com

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ToughPigs @toughpigs.com · 9h

A new Sesame Street video seems to be promoting A.I., which feels equally icky and disappointing.

www.toughpigs.com/sesame-ai-ju...

Can’t Spell “Julia” Without “AI” - ToughPigs

We're disappointed in Sesame Street's new video that praises artificial intelligence.

www.toughpigs.com

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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 7h

Neguse: "What Trump is attempting to do is create a perception that he has all the power & create a sense of hopelessness or helplessness in the public. We've gotta resist the temptation. He's electorally unpopular. In fact, the most unpopular POTUS at this juncture than any modern POTUS in history"

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Digital Eclipse @digitaleclipse.bsky.social · 9h

"No more secrets" has been a catchphrase for the team. We want to give players the chance to see all the secrets they heard about but never experienced.

We included menu options that let you skip straight to hidden character fights, buried mini-games, and secret developer menus.

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ProPublica @propublica.org · 21h

People experiencing miscarriages in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves.

We created this guide for anyone who finds themselves in the same position 👇

(Published Dec. 2024)

If You’re Pregnant, Here’s What You Should Know About the Medical Procedures That Could Save Your Life

Women experiencing pregnancy loss in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves. We created this guide for anyone who finds themselv...

www.propublica.org

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 1d

Consumer-facing "A.i." fucking sucks and you're embarrassing yourself if you pass it off for your actual thoughts.

Adam Mallinger @bitterscriptreader.bsky.social · 1d

“The humans won hands down when it came to notes, which require actual analysis rather than just distillation. The AI programs were ‘an almost total fail across the board.’”

Nice to know I wouldn’t have been so easily replaced at my old job by an A.I.

variety.com/2025/film/ne...

Hollywood Script Readers Fear They Could be Replaced by AI. They Set Up a Test to See Who Gives Better Feedback

Fearing they could be replaced, Hollywood script readers face off against AI programs to see who gives better feedback.

variety.com

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Ed Boon @noobde.bsky.social · 1d

After an incredible 37 year career, on October 1st, Dan Forden (1/4 of the original Mortal Kombat team) began his well earned retirement. I cannot overstate the impact Dan has made on pinball, videogames, NetherRealm & especially Mortal Kombat.

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youtu.be/m16_Aw7asuU

Dan Forden retires + toasty

YouTube video by noobde

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Spooky Sammy Skeleton @ PRGE 825 @sammytighe.bsky.social · 1d

It’s #portfolioday!!

I’m a professional freelance artist who mostly focuses on gaming and anime. I work with YouTubers, indie devs, merch manufacturers, and many more!

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Digital Eclipse @digitaleclipse.bsky.social · 1d

ICYMI - The final list of games and their versions can be found here:

https://www.ign.com/articles/mortal-kombat-legacy-kollection-final-lineup-confirmed-includes-version-of-ultimate-mortal-kombat-3-that-has-not-been-playable-anywhere-since-1997

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Andrew 🐻 @awd.bsky.social · 1d

Rest in Peace, Drew Struzan

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Guillermo del Toro @realgdt.bsky.social · 1d

The world lost a genial man, a genius communicator and a supreme artist. I lost a friend - beloved Drew.

Andrew 🐻 @awd.bsky.social · 1d

Rest in Peace, Drew Struzan

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Ayo @darrylayo.bsky.social · 1d

why the fuck would you want to see that

Scientific American @sciam.bsky.social · 2d

Despite early, and familiar, copyright growing pains, Sora may be the prelude to AI-generated on-demand TV and movies

Want to See Marilyn Monroe in Game of Thrones? AI Could Make It Soon

Despite early, and familiar, copyright growing pains, Sora may be the prelude to AI-generated on-demand TV and movies

www.scientificamerican.com

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ohfivepro.bsky.social @ohfivepro.bsky.social · 1d

In the Metal Slug series, did you know that the male and female characters use different handguns?

Marco and Tarma use the Murder-50AE whilst Eri and Fio use the 1915 Revolver because of its slender design. From an SNK Supporters Club newsletter I posted on the other site years ago

The 1915 Revolver ladies gun, with slender design

double page spread showing various Metal Slug equipment

A screenshot of Metal Slug 3 which shows, in a shock to nobody who has read my post, male & female characters holding different handguns in the game. There is also a fish on the beach. It has no gun, possibly due to a lack of arms & hands

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Fake Muppet Show Guests @fakemuppetguests.bsky.social · 1d

It's The Muppet Show with our very special guest star The Darkness!

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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 1d

California, this November 4th, the whole country is counting on you.

Prop 50 puts our elections back on a level playing field, preserves independent redistricting over the long term, and lets the people decide.

So return your ballot today. Vote yes on 50.

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Comic Book Club @comicbookclub.bsky.social · 1d

Drew Struzan, iconic poster artist of Indiana Jones, Back to the Future, and Star Wars, among others, has died at age 78.

Drew Struzan, Iconic Poster Artist Of Star Wars And Indiana Jones, Dead At Age 78

Drew Struzan, iconic poster artist of Indiana Jones, Back to the Future, and Star Wars, among others, has died at age 78.

comicbookclublive.com

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Samwise the Not-So Brave @samwise347.bsky.social · 1d

That settles it: I'm starting my Hard Mode playthrough tonight with this skin.

I freakin' love this game. LOVE. IT.

Dotemu @dotemu.bsky.social · 1d

NINJA GAIDEN 4 is only one week away! ⚔️

Celebrate early with the new Yakumo skin, available NOW in NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound with its FREE update!

Samwise the Not-So Brave @samwise347.bsky.social · 1d

True, but I sometimes get nervous that Marvel will wanna do some throwback NM relaunch and demote her.

Samwise the Not-So Brave @samwise347.bsky.social · 1d

I have a few:
- Jean/Logan is a HORRIBLE pairing. Seriously, they're awful together. Claremont's biggest mistake
- Bishop was at his best as a character when he was evil post-Messiah CompleX
- Magik should be a permanent fixture on the main team. She's outgrown the New Mutants

X-Men Don't Need Britches 💙💛 @rphutch1975.bsky.social · 1d

What's an opinion about X-Men that'll get you sent to jail? Is Jean really interesting or really boring? Should Logan have stayed dead? Do you think a certain x-mens outfit is positively horrendous even though people seem to love it?

The Brood Saga is better than Dark Phoenix imo 🤷

Samwise the Not-So Brave @samwise347.bsky.social · 1d

...That's not Dissidia.

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MostlyBones @mostlybones.bsky.social · 1d

The number 1 Virtual Boy Fan

#X-Men #Cyclops #Virtualboy #art #Nintendo #switch2 #artmoots #XMen #fanart

Cyclops from the X-Men, approving of Nintendo's Virtual Boy. Cyclops can only see in red, and the Virtual Boy's primary color is red. A good match!

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Samwise the Not-So Brave @samwise347.bsky.social · 1d

I'd say, "Change my mind," but you can't.

A screen capture from the X-Men arcade game (1992).